Job Description

SPAR Western Cape, a division of The SPAR Group Ltd, is recruiting for a Training Facilitator. PURPOSE OF THE POSITION The purpose of this to strategically coordinate and enhance training activities in alignment with the SPAR Quality Management System. This role aims to support and drive training-related initiatives that foster employee development, ensure compliance, and promote a culture of continuous learning and improvement within the organization.
Job description
THE RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE

• Coordinate and manage training initiatives and departmental projects based on business needs.
• Maintain accurate learner records in compliance with SDF and SETA requirements.
• Ensure adherence to the Quality Management System by conducting self-audits and participating in national audits.
• Handle financial administration tasks, including creating purchase orders and processing invoices.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with distribution center staff and service providers.
• Promote training initiatives and raise awareness of learning opportunities within the organization.
• Keep proper records of training registers, certificates, and evaluation forms to meet audit standards.
• Provide support and guidance on training-related matters to management, staff, and learners.
• Manage and communicate the plan for all training initiatives at the DC.
• Coordinate the annual Training Needs Analysis (TNA) process and ensure all training needs are documented.
• Offer advice and guidance on personal development plans (PDPs).
• Conduct regular internal audits on Learning Management Systems.
• Compile training feedback and evaluation reports for stakeholders.

• Conduct post-training evaluations and follow up on recommendations to assess training effectiveness.
• Ensure training compliance
• Oversee and maintain the internal training calendar via the SPAR Academy online platform.
• Facilitate internal training sessions as needed.
• Source and liaise with accredited training providers.
• Prepare and ensure the administration of documentation such as registers and evaluations.
• Must be able to design, present, and evaluate training and development interventions

Minimum requirements
THE PERSON MUST SATISFY THE FOLLOWING COMPETENCIES

• Must have Matric
• Must have Facilitator
• SDF Qualification (Advantageous)
• Minimum 3 - 5 years' experience in training environment (Required) - including experience in project management of long-term training programmes such as learnerships, SETA administration (Mandatory and Discretionary Grant), conducting a Training Needs Analysis, coaching and performance management of learners in the workplace, facilitation of learning and general staff development.
• Excellent Communication (verbal and written) in English and Interpersonal Skills at all levels within the business (non-negotiable).
• Prior working experience in the field of FMCG industry would be advantageous.
• Demonstrated ability to plan and co-ordinate activities, using initiative to solve problems that may arise; (Organisational Skills)
• High level of computer literacy (Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) demonstrating speed, accuracy and creativity (non-negotiable)
• Presentation / Facilitation Skills for a variety of situations using different methodologies.
• Skills showing Time Management, Pro-activeness, Use of Initiative, High Energy Levels and Attention to Detail is essential.

Skills Required